Renter Resources During Covid-19​

• Additional rent assistance is offered by various social service agencies as well as state and local programs. Buncombe County Economic Services - Emergency Assistance (www.buncomecounty.org)
• Buncombe County Tenant Rights During Covid 19 (www.buncomecounty.org)

 Maintain a Routine

1. Your smart phone clock and alarm features are easy to use and free.
2. Schedule your day on a Google Calendar. You can set reminders with the app.
3. Work during your most productive times. Some of us work better at night than in the morning.
4. Track your productivity and efficiency. Software like Toggl and FocusMe can help you. (Both under $10/month)

​Take Relaxing Breaks

1. Try Office Break Yoga
2. Meditate with Ten Percent Happier https://www.tenpercent.com/

Set Some Rules

1. Dressing the part can make you more productive, so change out of the pajamas.
2. The couch may be comfortable, but sitting at a desk or table helps you stay alert and  maintains your posture.
3. If your family or partner is home with you, create a schedule that works for everyone.  

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​Stay Focused

1. Are you easily distracted by social media? Try https://freedom.to/  or StayFocusd
2. Are you distracted by sound? Bluetooth headphones and white noise can help you concentrate.

Connect Virtually

1. Have online meetings with Zoom. https://zoom.us/
2. https://www.skype.com/
3. On your smart phone you can also use Facetime on Facebook, Google Duo
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Learn Something New

1. Coursera offers online courses for free! 
2. Finally learn how to use Excel or how to create Info-graphics. Office 365 Training
3. Udemy covers almost everything. Accounting, real estate, even home improvement.
   
   

Prepare Healthy Meals

1. Healthy lunch ideas by Love and Lemons
2. 46 easy lunch meal prep ideas with Sweet Peas and Saffron
3. For non-vegetarians, try these 3-ingredient lunch ideas with Greatist

When you see multiple properties on a website, it was made possible through Internet Data Exchange feed. The IDX (Internet Data Exchange, a paid service) provided by the regional MLS (Multiple Listing Service). This is how property listings feed to, or appear on websites. 

A home buyer may find a property online through any website. You may notice listing information is very similar regardless of what website is used. IDX standards are set by the National Association of Realtors.This protects the accuracy of the MLS information and uniformity of updates and display. Real estate firms offer different services for listing a home, such as professional photography, drone videos, brochures, etc. But when it comes to listing a home online, it is essentially the same process, company to company.

Agents and assistants have access to the MLS (multiple listing service) database for your region. Agents can provide information to clients that is not provided through other websites or the IDX feed, so having a buyer's agent is essential to the home buying process. 

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​3. Availability
You have to be willing to be available to show the house at different hours of the day to make sure everyone may be interested in it will get to see it. If you hire a REALTOR®, they will schedule the appointments and show it on your behalf and you won't miss any showings.

7. Will You Be Pushing Buyers Away
If you sell your house on your own, buyers will be looking for a deal from you. If a REALTOR® was listing your home, you can expect to get the highest, true market value for it. Some sellers may believe their home is worth more and will remove many potential buyers because it's not priced competitively.

8. Relocation Buyers
If you don't use a REALTOR®, how are you going to attract out of state buyers? You might be eliminating a whole group of buyers that will never see your house because relocation buyers won't know about it.

9. Professional Networking
A REALTOR® networks with other professionals in the industry, many who can provide services that you may need. A REALTOR® can give you a list of references with whom they have worked and provide background information to help you make a wise selection, besides networking with other Realtors who will be showing your home.

10. Contracts
Another important function of a REALTOR® is to make sure that all the paperwork is handled correctly. Do you want to get through all the stress of listing and selling your house or condo and then find out something that could have been avoided but is now a deal-breaker?

11. Closing
Can you close the sale of your home without being overwhelmed? Your REALTOR® should be with you throughout the entire process and is the best person to objectively help you resolve any unforeseen issues.

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Advantages of working with an exclusive buyer’s agent
Having an exclusive buyer’s agent on your side means more than just helping you find a great home. Your agent will:

• Use knowledge and experience to help you navigate local market conditions
• Act as an advocate for the buyer during the entire home buying process
• Actively negotiate price and terms strictly on behalf of the buyer
• Prepare necessary forms and written offers
• Assist in procuring property inspections, as well as provide advice regarding necessary improvements and repairs
• Consult with the buyer about financing options
• Attend the closing to help address any last-minute details and questions
  ​Source: Nerdwallet
  

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